Open university: Finnish 1A: Introduction to the Finnish language, spring 2025
- Date:
- 4.2.2025 - 14.3.2025
- Credits:
- 2 ECTS credits
- Location:
- -
- Continuous learning category:
- Languages and communication
- Teaching format:
- Independent learning, Distance teaching
- Price:
- 40 € (VAT 0%)
Contents:
• introducing oneself
• common phrases and responses to them
• word order and basic syntax
• noun declensions and verb conjugation basics
• special features of Finnish
• travel
• home
Learning outcomes:
The student can greet others, introduce themselves, give a brief description of themselves and ask and provide information in Finnish. The student understands simple spoken and written messages and can produce them themselves. The student knows the most important features of Finnish and knows something about the Finnish way of life. The student knows basic vocabulary and structures.
The objective is to attain the level A1.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference.
The course does not require previous Finnish studies. The course is aimed for complete beginners.
Study methods: Online lectures, independent online study, and finishing assignments. Successful completion of the course requires the completion of course assignments within the specified schedule and a passing grade in the final exam.
Schedules: This course will be organized from February 4 to March 14. Online teaching on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 14-16 (on 4.2., 6.2., 13.2., 27.2., 11.3. and 13.3.). Active participation to the lectures is needed to successfully complete the course.
Further information can be found in the Peppi study guide.
The study fee is 20 euros per ECTS credit. The study fee is paid at registration. The price holds for the academic year 2024-2025. Please find more information: Registration, study fees and right to study | University of Eastern Finland (uef.fi)
By paying the study fee, the student receives a temporary right to study that entitles them to attend a particular course. The right to study is course-specific, and is required to complete the course as specified in the curriculum, covering both teaching and course exams.
If you can’t identify yourself using the Suomi.fi service or your employer will pay your tuition fee, please contact our student affairs secretary; their contact information is below.
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